Regional District of Kootenay Boundary RDKB

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RDKB payroll costs climbed 6.6% in 2025

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary paid out over $14 million in salaries and expenses in 2025, an increase of about $878,000.

Premier namechecks RDKB chair in UBCM speech

"I don't think you can see the bruises from where you're sitting," David Eby joked following a meeting with Regional District of Kootenay Boundary chair Grace McGregor. "She used a phone book."

RDKB bans AI data centres in rural Beaver Valley

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has adopted a bylaw that bans artificial intelligence data centres from setting up shop in rural parts of the Beaver Valley.

RDKB unimpressed with response to Pend d’Oreille encampment

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary board is puzzled by the response from the provincial government to concerns over an encampment in the Pend d'Oreille where three people have died in fires this year.

Public hearing to consider banning Beaver Valley data centres

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary will ask for public feedback Thursday on the idea of banning artificial intelligence data centres from rural parts of the Beaver Valley.

RDKB still thinking about Skills Centre contribution

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has tentatively budgeted $30,000 for the struggling Trail Skills Centre, but a final decision won't be made until next month.

RDKB directors say no to 2nd deputy regional fire chief

Kootenay Boundary Fire Rescue won't add a second deputy fire chief this year after a Regional District of Kootenay Boundary subcommittee voted against the expenditure.

RDKB wants your take on waste

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary is moving into the next phase of its solid waste management plan update — and you are invited to take part.

RDKB names James Chandler new CAO

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has promoted from within in naming a new chief administrative officer.

Trail overnight shelter dilemma still unsolved

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary board says it wants to solve an impasse over an overnight emergency shelter in Trail that has frustrated local politicians and a community group.

Genelle fire hall still operating, but needs more volunteers

The RDKB was poised to close the hall at the end of June 2025 but granted a reprieve while the community tried to find more firefighters.

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